2005 Alpina B7 vs. 2005 GMC Envoy
To start off, both 2005 Alpina B7 and 2005 GMC Envoy were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B7 (492 HP) has 192 more horse power than 2005 GMC Envoy. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 237 kg more than 2005 Alpina B7.
Because 2005 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alpina B7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Alpina B7 (700 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Envoy. (447 Nm). This means 2005 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B7 | 2005 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Alpina | GMC |
| Model | B7 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 95 L |
